How to replace timing belt on Kia Sedona?
Disconnect the MAF sensor and unbolt the diesel fuel filter assembly. Stow the assembly to one side (pictured below) but do not remove the hoses. Support the engine and remove the engine mounting and its supporting bracket. Slacken the gearbox mounting as you will need to move the engine over for clearance.
What should I change my timing belt on?
It is recommended to change the tensioners and the pulleys when replacing the cam belt. A two-post ramp is ideal for carrying out the replacement and it is vital that the appropriate timing belt replacement tools are used – these are readily available from most motor factors.
What kind of engine does Kia Sedona have?
INA (suppliers of OE tensioners and idlers for 90% of the vehicle manufactures in Europe) take a closer look at the Sedona fitted with the 2.9 CRDi diesel engine. The engine on these vehicles has been identified as an ‘interference type’ so the likelihood of engine damage if the cam belt breaks is very high.
Open the bonnet and drain the coolant. Remove the two top hose clips (pictured below) and release the pipe. Remove the airbox housing by undoing the three bolts and the two clips. Remove the clips and the two bolts securing the plastic air intake housing at the front and lift it out.
How can you tell the timing belt interval on a Kia?
You will need to know your vehicle’s engine size to use this table. Once you know, you can determine your Kia timing belt interval by using the first table and the reference key. Be sure to look at the second table to see whether or not the engine is interference-fit.
When do you remove the timing belt tensioner?
With these covers removed, turn the crankshaft clockwise until the timing marks are aligned (marks on the crankshaft, fuel pump and camshafts (pictured below)). Undo and remove the timing belt tensioner and the belt.
Does a Kia Sedona have a timing belt or timing chain?
All 2008 Kia Sedona engines have a timing chain and are interference. 2007 Kia Sedona – Timing Belt Or Chain All 2007 Kia Sedona engines have a timing chain and are interference. 2006 Kia Sedona – Timing Belt Or Chain
Can you change cam belt on Kia Sedona?
The Kia Sedona may sound like a daunting vehicle on which to change a cam belt, but with a little know-how and the appropriate tools it will prove to be an ideal repair for the independent garage business.
You will need to know your vehicle’s engine size to use this table. Once you know, you can determine your Kia timing belt interval by using the first table and the reference key. Be sure to look at the second table to see whether or not the engine is interference-fit.
INA (suppliers of OE tensioners and idlers for 90% of the vehicle manufactures in Europe) take a closer look at the Sedona fitted with the 2.9 CRDi diesel engine. The engine on these vehicles has been identified as an ‘interference type’ so the likelihood of engine damage if the cam belt breaks is very high.